Bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical engineering, animal science, veterinary technology, or related field.
3+ years in preclinical research, laboratory operations, or surgical environments.
Hands-on experience with in vivo procedures and sterile techniques.
Familiarity with GLP documentation and quality systems.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Responsibilities
Coordinate daily execution of preclinical studies across various settings.
Act as primary contact for study directors and external partners, managing logistics and timelines.
Prepare and archive study documentation in collaboration with stakeholders.
Manage logistics for test articles and equipment, ensuring compliance and readiness.
Coordinate the flow of biological samples to external partners and track results.
Support ethics submissions and maintain GLP compliance records.
Maintain laboratory safety programs and ensure EHS compliance.
Benefits
In-office work environment in San Diego, fostering team collaboration.
Opportunity to work on cutting-edge preclinical studies.
Hands-on involvement in diverse laboratory operations and procedures.
Potential for professional development in a fast-paced start-up culture.
Full Job Description
TITLE
Pre-Clinical Coordinator
DATE
November 2026
WORK LOCATION
In-Office 5x/week in San Diego
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Coordinate the day-to-day execution of Synchron's preclinical studies (GLP and non-GLP) across contract research organizations and internal laboratory settings, including in vivo, ex vivo and bench studies supporting the next-generation platform.
Act as the primary operational contact for study directors, CRO staff, surgeons, pathology partners and specialist contractors; own study calendars, procedure scheduling, logistics and timelines, and keep internal stakeholders informed of status and risks.
Prepare, track and archive study documentation, including protocols and amendments, test article and equipment records, shipping and chain-of-custody records, study data, sample tracking and interim and final reports, in collaboration with the sponsor representative, Regulatory and Quality.
Coordinate test article and equipment logistics for each study: device requests from manufacturing, inspection and labelling, shipping, calibration and preventive maintenance of laboratory and imaging equipment, and consumables inventory.
Coordinate the flow of explanted devices and tissue samples to histopathology, materials analysis and other external partners, and track results through to study reports.
Support ethics and animal welfare submissions (IACUC) and maintain GLP compliance records (21 CFR Part 58) together with Quality Assurance.
Set up, operate and maintain internal laboratory space: equipment, consumables, cleaning and waste streams, service contracts, room access and scheduling, and the associated safety documentation and SOPs.
Coordinate the procurement, receipt, tracking, storage and disposition of biological materials in line with supplier agreements and applicable regulations, maintaining full traceability records.
Maintain the laboratory safety program: biosafety and bloodborne pathogen controls, biohazardous and medical waste handling, radiation safety for imaging equipment, EHS compliance and training records.
Maintain internal procedure sessions and physician and engineer training sessions: scheduling, room and equipment setup, participant logistics and documentation.
Provide hands-on support during procedures: room and equipment setup, sterile field support, operation of imaging and recording equipment, and real-time documentation.
Coordinator of vendors and study budgets: quotes, purchase orders, invoices and contracts for CROs, suppliers, equipment rental and specialist contractors.
Support audits and inspections, and contribute to continuous improvement of preclinical processes, templates and SOPs.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the following are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical engineering, animal science, veterinary technology or a related life science field, or equivalent experience.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
3+ years of experience in preclinical research, laboratory operations or a surgical/procedural environment (CRO, medical device company, academic lab, veterinary or clinical setting).
Hands-on experience supporting in vivo procedures, including procedure room setup, sterile technique and documentation.
Experience with GLP study documentation and quality systems.
Experience handling biological materials and maintaining inventory, traceability and chain-of-custody records.
Experience coordinating multiple external vendors, contractors and facilities, including scheduling, logistics and budgets.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to run several studies in parallel and keep records audit-ready.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, REGISTRATIONS
None required. Valid driver's license required. Current bloodborne pathogen, biosafety and radiation safety training, or willingness to complete it on hire.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with neurovascular, cardiovascular or other catheter-based device procedures, or work in a cath lab or interventional suite.
Experience with fluoroscopy and C-arm operation, including radiation safety practices.
Experience setting up a new laboratory or procedure space, including equipment selection, vendor contracts, facility compliance and SOP development.
Experience with large animal models (ovine, canine, porcine) and IACUC or AAALAC-accredited facilities.
AALAS certification (ALAT, LAT or LATG), RVT, surgical technologist or similar credential.
Familiarity with medical device development, design controls and ISO 13485 quality systems.
Familiarity with electrophysiology or neural recording equipment and data handling.
Comfortable in a fast-moving start-up environment with changing priorities and early starts on procedure days.
About Synchron
Synechron Inc. is a New York-based information technology and consulting company focused on the financial services industry including capital markets, insurance, banking, cards & payments and digital.
